“Drug addiction, and the discord and senseless deaths that result, have caused pain and suffering for our families and our city for decades.” Mayor Helfrich said, “I am thankful to Governor Wolf for setting a strong example in making this recent epidemic a clear focus of his administration.”

The City of York fully supports Governor Tom Wolf’s statewide disaster declaration to enhance Pennsylvania’s response against heroin and opioid addiction. This declaration will enhance coordination of health and public agencies, increase access to resources and treatment, and remove barriers that can prevent first responders from saving lives.